Ed Asst - Title I (16-084)

Alamogordo Public Schools; Alamogordo (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Alamogordo Public Schools is seeking an Education Assistant - Title I at Desert Star Elementary School to support a computer lab environment and instructional resources. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with 48 college credits preferred, and potential licensure steps.

The position involves working with students, maintaining confidentiality, operating AV and office equipment, and collaborating with staff to support the instructional program. Immediate availability is noted.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 48 college credits preferred
• Ability to obtain Level III Assistant licensure (appropriate college credits or pass test for licensure)
• Two years of documented work experience with children

Responsibilities

• Provides a well-organized, smoothly functioning computer lab environment in which students can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resources.

Skills

Computer hardware

Word processing

Spelling & grammar

Reading comprehension

AV equipment operation

Confidentiality

Communication

Writing letters

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

48 college credits preferred

Level III Assistant licensure eligibility

Two years of experience with children

Tools

Data entry software

Office software

CD technology

Audio-visual equipment

Job description

• Position Type:
  Assistants/ Educational Assistant
• Date Posted:
  9/8/2026
• Location:
  Desert Star Elementary School
• Date Available:
  IMMEDIATELY

NOTICE OF VACANCY

Education Assistant - Title I - Desert Star Elementary School Date of Notice:September 8, 2026

Classified Position - Assistant Vacancy #: 16-084

Job Snapshot:

Provides a well-organized, smoothly functioning computer lab environment in which students can take fulladvantage of the instructional program and available resources.

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 48 college credits preferred
• Ability to obtain Level III Assistant licensure (appropriate college credits or pass test for licensure)
• Two years of documented work experience with children

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of computer hardware, software, and CD technology
• Experience with computer data entry and word processing
• Knowledge of spelling and proper grammar
• Ability to read and interpret routine information
• Ability to operate audio visual equipment and office machines
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student information and records
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and relationships with students, parent/guardians, staff, and supervisors/administrators
• Ability to write simple letters, memos, notes, or instructions
• Ability to perform essential job functions and job task requirements

Salary:

Nine months (185 days) per contract year and appropriate placement on the Educational Assistant Salary Schedule. The work calendar is subject to change based on any Board approved revisions that may or may not be Permanent. Reference: Alamogordo Public Schools Salary and Work Day Calendar

Conditions of Employment:

Ability to comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 and, upon an offer of employment, complete an Employee's Statement of Health and submit to a functional capacity evaluation at the District's expense to determine ability to perform job-related functions and fitness for duty. Any offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of all background, criminal, and reference investigations.

The Alamogordo Public School District

The Alamogordo Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, disability, handicap, or veteran status in employment or the provision of services. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, educational services, financial aid, and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of PL 92-112, and the Age Discrimination Act may be referred to the Superintendent of the Alamogordo Public Schools. The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability and protects qualified applicants and employees with disabilities from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, job training, fringe benefits, and other aspects of employment. The law also requires that covered entities provide qualified applicants and employees with disabilities with necessary, reasonable accommodations that do not impose undue hardship. It is the responsibility of the applicant or employee to inform the Director of Human Resources that an accommodation is needed.